Guangzhou

1. Guangzhou Transportation: FlightsBeing the third-largest city in China and an important trading hub, traveling to Guangzhou is easy and convenient. Arriving by plane, the primary airport serving Guangzhou and Southern China is Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). This prominent airport is also the base for China Southern Airlines, a multitude of domestic and international airlines operate out of CAN, with flights reaching out to over 40 countries and all parts of China.Baiyun International Airport is about 28 kilometers (17 miles) from downtown, passengers can effortlessly travel to downtown by metro, rail, bus, or taxi. The fastest and most affordable way into the city is by Metro Line 3. The Airport South Metro station is located at the lower level of the airport terminal, making getting on and off very easy. The journey from the airport to the center of Guangzhou costs 7-9 RMB and takes about 30-35 minutes, depending on location. But note, single journey tickets are purchased at automatic ticket vending machines, and it only accepts coins and small bills. Alternatively, head to Metro Customer Service Center for tickets or Yang Cheng Tong Metro Card. For people with long layovers or on a 72-144 visa-free transit, the metro is a great way to see the city on a tight schedule.Other ways to transfer between the city center and airport are by taxi - taxi stations are available outside Arrival Hall Section A Gate 5 and Arrival Hall Section B Gate 6; or by Guangzhou Airport Express and Shuttle Bus – over a dozen bus routes taking passengers to major stops in the city like Guangzhou Railway Station, North Railway Station, Crowne Plaza City Centre, Garden Hotel and more. Depending on distance, journeys take between 50-120 minutes and cost 6-57 RMB.2. Guangzhou Transportation: Train, Bus, Metro, TaxiGuangzhou has an excellent public transportation system that includes subways, buses, and trains covering the whole city. For visitors who plan to use public transport a lot during their stay, it is worth it to purchase the Lingnan Pass, which can be used to pay fares on metro, bus, and ferry, as well as many convenience stores and vending machines.As of 2019, there are 14 metro lines in Guangzhou, tourists can easily enjoy all the attractions and shopping places in this city using the metro system. The fares depend on the distance you travel. The basic fare on regular lines starts at 2 RMB. Besides single-ride tickets, Day Pass and 3-Day Pass are also sold. Tourists will find Lines 1, 2, 3, and 5 the most useful as they link famous attractions, retail centers, CBD, and main train stations in Guangzhou.Guangzhou has an extensive network of bus routes (over 1,200 routes) with fares starting at 2 RMB. English signboards are present at bus stops, and the automated stop announcements on the buses are in Chinese, Cantonese, and English. In addition to regular bus lines, there are also five sightseeing bus lines in operation to take tourists around major city attractions.Guangzhou is a central transport hub in southern China, so every day, tens of thousands of people travel to and from the city to other parts of China, including Hong Kong. There are four large train stations, Guangzhou Rail Station, South Railway Station, East Railway Station, and North Railway Station. Passengers have a choice of traveling by normal-speed trains, bullet trains, and high-speed trains from these stations. Other ways to travel around the country from Guangzhou include long-distance bus service and ferry service.